Reach For The Stars Montessori Ii

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. LO noted the following: -An old wooden trellis located near the sandbox and accessible to children had protruding nails and sharp edges that could scratch, puncture, or otherwise injure a child. -The space between the old building and the storage area must be made inaccessible to children to support direct supervision and reduce the risk of injury. The wood baseboards on the building wall were in poor condition, and the ground surface was uneven. Staff had temporarily placed a small plastic table in the area to block children’s access. -Broken wooden panels on the exterior playground building had sharp and jagged edges that could cause cuts and scrapes. The damaged areas were at a low level and accessible to children. -The toilet seats in the children’s bathroom were in poor condition. The surfaces were scratched and could not be properly cleaned and sanitized. The scratched areas appeared darkened due to wear.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. LO noted one climbing structure was damaged. Cracks were observed in the molded plastic panel around a connector/support point, which impacted the stability of the structure.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Heated WaterNon-critical

  Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]

  Observation. Licensing observed that the water in one of the washroom sinks measures at 50.8 degrees Celsius.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  The medications are not readily accessible to employees. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing Officer observed that one medication expired in 2022, and another medication was expiring by the end of the month.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].

  Observation. Licensing Officer observed the following: - Damaged areas on outdoor garage walls, flaky paint accessible to children in multiple locations - As the wood and paint chip away over time, a nail has lifted and become exposed to children on the garage wall - Some garden tools and loose water hoses were accessible to children. The manager has removed/stored away during a routine inspection - Two portable industrial blowers with loose cords were observed in the children's cubbies area. The manager confirms these will be remove soon.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Heated WaterNon-critical

  Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]

  Observation. This item remains outstanding'

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing Officer observed: - damaged areas on walls, flaky paint accessible to children in multiple locations. The damage to the walls prevented them from being appropriately cleaned. - the linoleum flooring in the small play room was torn. This was a hazard for tripping and it was not feasible for cleaning and sanitizing accordingly. Pictures attached in HH/ shared with the Licensee

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Heated WaterNon-critical

  Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]

  Observation. Heated water was measured at the time of the inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(i)]

  Observation. Licensing observed children `s files were incomplete.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing reviewed staffing list provided for 3 staff. Information was not available for one other staff present at the time of the routine. CRC had not been obtained for one staff present at the time of the routine. LO will schedule appointment with main office to review staff records.